2000 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tracker | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracker | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |